4-Day Rift Valley Lakes & Nature Adventure

4-Day Rift Valley Lakes & Nature Adventure

Offered by: USD Safari Tours
4.9/5 (1600 Reviews)
Journey Snapshot
🗺 Ethiopia ⏱ 4 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof
Lake Langano
Enjoy a relaxing 4-day journey through Ethiopia's beautiful Rift Valley with Kitano Tour and Safaris. Discover the sandy shores of Lake Langano and the vibrant lakeside atmosphere of Hawassa. Enjoy swimming, optional bird watching, peaceful nature walks, a visit to the lively Hawassa Fish Market, and scenic views from Tabor Hill. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking beautiful scenery, relaxation, and a refreshing escape into nature.

Route

Start Lake Langano (Day 1)
Day 2 Drive from Langano to Lake awasa
Day 3 Lake Hawassa Tour
Day 4 Lake Hawassa Tour
End Lake Langano

Tour Features

Day 1 :Drive Addis Ababa Lake langano Day 2 :Drive from Langano to Lake awasa Day 3 :Lake Hawassa Tour

Activities & Transportation

  • Route: Lake Langano
  • Duration: 4 day
  • Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day
Accommodation
Meals
1
Sabana Beach Resort Mid-range resort located at Lake Langano
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
2
Haile Resort Hawassa Mid-range resort located in Awasa (City)
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
3
Haile Resort Hawassa Mid-range resort located in Awasa (City)
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
4
No accommodation
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Day by Day

Day 1 Drive Addis Ababa Lake langano
Morning 🏨Sabana Beach Resort Mid-range resort located at Lake Langano 🍽Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Depart early from Addis Ababa and drive about 200 km south to Lake Langano, a 3 - 3.5 hour journey through the Ethiopian highlands and the dramatic Rift Valley. Enjoy views of villages, farmland, and rolling escarpments along the way. Arrive mid-morning and spend the day swimming, relaxing on sandy shores, taking optional boat rides, birdwatching, and enjoying lakeside photography. After lunch by the water, check into Sabana Beach Resort, unwind by the lake, and enjoy a peaceful sunset.
Day 2 Drive from Langano to Lake awasa
Morning 🏨Haile Resort Hawassa Mid-range resort located in Awasa (City) 🍽Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Begin the morning with breakfast overlooking the lake, followed by leisure time to swim, walk along the shore, or capture the beautiful scenery. After a relaxing lakeside lunch, start the drive to Hawassa, traveling through picturesque Rift Valley landscapes, Oromo villages, and green farmland. Arrive in Hawassa in the afternoon, check into your hotel, and enjoy a calm evening by the lakeside, with time for a gentle walk or photography along the waterfront.
Day 3 Lake Hawassa Tour
Morning 🏨Haile Resort Hawassa Mid-range resort located in Awasa (City) 🍽Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Start the day with an early visit to the famous Hawassa Fish Market to watch fishermen bring in fresh catch. Take an optional boat ride on Lake Hawassa to spot hippos and water birds. Continue to Tabor Hill for panoramic views over the city and lake. Spend the afternoon walking along the lakeside, exploring local markets, or relaxing in lakeside cafés. Enjoy the refreshing atmosphere, abundant birdlife, and beautiful lakeshore scenery throughout the day.
Day 4 Lake Hawassa Tour
Morning 🏨No accommodation 🍽Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Enjoy a relaxing breakfast at your hotel, followed by a short leisurely walk along the lakeside to enjoy the morning light and birdlife. Depart Hawassa late morning and drive back to Addis Ababa, passing through the Rift Valley lakes region and scenic farmland. Stop for photos or refreshments along the route if desired. Arrive in Addis Ababa in the late afternoon, concluding your peaceful 4-day Langano and Hawassa nature getaway.

Rates

From: $1,034 pp (USD)
Final quote depends on date, travelers and lodge level.

No upcoming group dates found in database (group_climbs).

Inclusions

Included
  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Exclusions

Not included
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Note: Some items may vary depending on season and lodge level.

Getting There

Start: Lake Langano

End: Lake Langano

We can arrange airport pick-up and drop-off. Ask in your quote request.

Offered By

USD Safari Tours
USD Safari Tours
4.9/5 • 1600 reviews